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On the Read. Talk. Grow. podcast, we talk about books — especially fiction, memoir and narrative nonfiction — that deal with important health topics. In each episode, host Dr. Denise Millstine invites an author and a medical expert into conversation on subjects like miscarriage, cancer, relationships, mental health and more. Books can transport us to a different time, place, or culture. Read. Talk. Grow. demonstrates that books can also give a new appreciation for health experiences.
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There's a great sense of relief when someone survives a stroke -- but often, the long work of recovery is just beginning. We talk about…
Get ready to get a little uncomfortable as you listen to our latest Read. Talk. Grow. episode: "Sitting with the fear of death." Though death…
If you've ever felt like your medical concerns weren't taken seriously as a woman or nonbinary person, you're not alone. If you're curious about how…
If you have a disability, you've probably had to correct a few stereotypes and assumptions about your experience. We're talking about disabilities, accommodations and independence…
For many of us, loving ourselves and finding someone to love is already hard enough. In this episode's featured book, the protagonist is dealing with…
Chronic illness can come with seemingly endless doctor’s visits, treatment trials and insurance battles. On top of that, people with chronic conditions often experience some…
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